We’ve seen cacti decorating living rooms, bedrooms, desks and bookcases, and now they seem to be quite trendy for kids bedrooms too. Although you wouldn’t put a real cactus in a toddler’s room, the big variety of sizes and shapes make cacti a very interesting motif for patterns and other designs.

The green hues of cactus designs in combination with natural rattan furniture and jute accessories achieve a modern and playful look in little people’s bedrooms and playrooms.

What do you think? Like the idea?

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]]>http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2017/05/15/cactus-nursery/feed/0★ trip down memory lane ★http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/11/27/trip-down-memory-lane/
http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/11/27/trip-down-memory-lane/#commentsSun, 27 Nov 2016 17:10:21 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1545Continue reading ★ trip down memory lane ★]]>I am a sucker for a children’s toy range that bring a modern twist to some traditional classics. So it is no surprise why I am caffeinated by the brand new range fromSuch Great Heights. Aptly named ‘The Nostalgia Collection’ this fresh new gathering of toys takes you on a marvellous trip down memory lane to a time when you yourself were playing wooden toys and dollies on a shag pile rug…

The 5 piece timber toy range has been designed in appreciation of the authentic shapes and superior craftsmanship of toys from simpler times. Contemporary colours and unexpected textures are cleverly woven through the story to bring continuity to this distinctive keepsake collection.

Adding to the nostalgic romance of this collection is the fact that it has been designed by the very clever Such Great Heights and brought to life by an amazing little working group in South Australia.

So, if you are also a sucker for beautifully designed and exquisitely crafted homewares you must head over to the Such Great Heights website here.

]]>http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/11/27/trip-down-memory-lane/feed/0★ it is the season for wish lists ★http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/11/25/it-is-the-season-for-wish-lists/
http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/11/25/it-is-the-season-for-wish-lists/#commentsFri, 25 Nov 2016 13:01:14 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1540Continue reading ★ it is the season for wish lists ★]]>It is the season to be jolly, it is the season for for “Lebkuchen” and for wish lists….

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http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/07/29/twining-with-the-little-one/#commentsFri, 29 Jul 2016 05:46:50 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1526Matching outfits can be very cheesy and I think there is a very fine line to overdo it! Here some cool and elegant matching outfits for caffeinatedmums and their mini-me…

Stay caffeinated! xx

]]>http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/07/29/twining-with-the-little-one/feed/0★ what comes in Miss C’s suitcase ★http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/07/27/what-comes-in-miss-cs-suitcase/
http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/07/27/what-comes-in-miss-cs-suitcase/#commentsWed, 27 Jul 2016 16:27:18 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1515Continue reading ★ what comes in Miss C’s suitcase ★]]>Charlotte is traveling to France with her father – for the first time just the two of them! Father- daughter- bonding…

But mum still insisisted to do her luggage.

So what will be going into her roller suitcase? “I always dress practically, like trenchcoats for her and scarves . . . . I always bring sneakers with me to Paris, so does Charlotte….her ‘adidas’, bien-sur!

Don’t expect always a trendy look from Charlotte, however I believe that the best wardrobe is built upon quality, not quantity, and gravitate toward mix-and-match pieces “in a neutral color palette with a little bit of pop.” Bonpoint (bought on sale, when possible) is the go-to for Charlotte, because it withstands washing. Zara is another kidswear favorite – and affordable! Charlotte’s shoe wardrobe includes T-strap Mary Janes from Jacadi and various kicks, and she’s been known to accessorize with scarves and bags! The bags are quite important as she carries her treasures in it…

This will be the last birthday for your child that you will organize without getting your child involved. So you alone will decide on the theme – as for older children it is important that they pick their theme.

Well take a look at these 1st Birthday Party Ideas for Girls, ideas that gave me the inspiration to make my twin’s 1st birthday a memorable & wonderful experience (there will be a seperate post with pictures from the birthday bash of my twins). I hope you also get caffeinated to make your little girl’s 1st birthday party extra special!

CAKES & COOKIES

I got caffeinated by “hello naomi”, a sweet little cake studio specialising in unique, modern, made to order occasion cakes. The cake shop is located in Australia: Have a look!

As I am living in Dubai I was unfortunately not able to order one of these beautiful cakes directly from “hello naomi” so I ordered the cake from “Cindulge”.

Whatever your theme, Cindulge can pull it off. Contact the company via Facebook with your ideas and they will send back a quote based on the size of the cake and work involved: Cindulge

SMASH CAKE

A trend from the US: the little one is intended to ring in the second year by planting the face in a “smash cake”.

We also joined the legions of parents who have embraced the smash cake, a birthday party feature in which brand-new 1-year-olds are served cakes to destroy in front of friends and family.

For the twins I have chosen pastel colors and a classic liberty floral pattern. For the liberty pattern I have used the party supplies “Betys” by “Meri Meri for Liberty”. You can find the matching dress with the same liberty floral pattern for your little princess at Chateau de sable.

A stylish garland for a special birthday celebration with Happy Birthday pennants decorated with classic Liberty floral patterns was hanging right above the dessert table.

I recommend “Party Camel”, with everything from cake decorations, to banners, to table settings, to ready-filled goody bags, this website is the one-stop shop to everything you need for a DIY party. The range is extensive and you”ll find stylish items and unique ranges not available anywhere else in Dubai: Party Camel.

PHOTOGRAPHY

All the preparations have been made, everyone is present and smiling and all that’s left is to make some memorable photo session with your daughter. For this special moment here some 1stbirthdays picture ideas full of fun. Enjoy

The temption to go overboard will always be there, but for the child especially for a child that turns one year!! as long as they are with their family and friends, having a good time, it really does not matter how much you have spent.

So just have fun! xx

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http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/04/16/made-with-l-o-v-e-baboushka/#commentsSat, 16 Apr 2016 09:52:39 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1457Continue reading ★ made with L-O-V-E – baboushka ★]]>Today I would like to introduce the small French fashion label “Baboushka” by Veronique Roland- Billecart.

All pieces are unique, handmade with L-O-V-E and an eye for little details, all materials are from high quality e.g. Liberty London!

We are definitely caffeinated and in love with each single piece. What about you?

Caffeinated?!….I am happy to take your orders. xx

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]]>http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/04/16/made-with-l-o-v-e-baboushka/feed/0★ there is no such thing as a gruffalo ★http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/04/16/there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-gruffalo/
http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/04/16/there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-gruffalo/#commentsSat, 16 Apr 2016 09:45:54 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1451Continue reading ★ there is no such thing as a gruffalo ★]]>Charlotte currently is addicted to the “Gruffalo”, a book by Julia Donaldson with pictures by Axel Scheffler. “The Gruffalo” is a clever story about a clever little mouse that my daughter just loves.

A mouse is taking a stroll through the deep, dark woods when along comes a hungry fox, then an owl, and then a snake. The mouse is good enough to eat, but smart enough to know this – so he invents…the gruffalo! As Mouse explains, the gruffalo is a creature with terrible claws, terrible tusks in its terrible jaws, knobbly knees and turned-out toes, and a poisonous wart at the end of its nose. But Mouse has no worries. After all, there’s no such thing as a gruffalo…is there?

I am so glad that I purchased this book – it is an audiobook. The narrator is wonderful. The story comes alive as she reads it. Charlotte is glued to every word. Now, we are listening to this story in the car and Charlotte is so good during the drive as soon as the story ended she is asking for another. Now, I am going to look for more stories by the same narrator and I keep you posted.

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http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/03/23/iconic-mum-angelina-j/#commentsWed, 23 Mar 2016 13:17:00 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=966Continue reading ★ iconic mum – angelina j.★]]>Angelina Jolie is without doubt not only a beautiful and highly articulate woman and a fashion icon, but above all a admirably devoted mother to her many children. The actress has said herself on several occasions that her family is the most important thing in her life.

I am caffeinated by these pictures that gives us a chance to take a look at the life of this famous woman from an unusual perspective — as seen from that of her family and in particular, her husband, the Hollywood actor Brad Pitt. These shots were taken by Pitt himself for W Magazine. The results turned out to be a set of truly heart-warming and touching photographs set in a relaxed and homely atmosphere. Wonderful, just wonderful!

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]]>http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/03/23/iconic-mum-angelina-j/feed/0★ it is all about stripes 3 ★http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/03/21/it-is-all-about-stripes-3/
http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/index.php/2016/03/21/it-is-all-about-stripes-3/#commentsMon, 21 Mar 2016 11:22:27 +0000http://caffeinatedmum.com/wp/?p=1374Stripes for everyone…

There’s no such thing as too many posts about stripes as well as too many striped shirts in the closet.

Pair your favorite jeans or skirt with a classic striped tee and put on your best Parisian accent!